Music News
Elon Musk promises to be "good-ish" as 'SNL' host in new trailer
NME - 8 May 2021 09:44
The Tesla CEO hosts tonight's (May 8) show with musical guest Miley Cyrus The post Elon Musk promises to be “good-ish” as ‘SNL’ host in new trailer appeared first on NME.
FBI releases Kurt Cobain file including conspiracy theories over death
NME - 8 May 2021 10:16
The file includes two letters from individuals who asked the bureau to investigate the 1994 death The post FBI releases Kurt Cobain file including conspiracy theories over death appeared first on NME.
Lloyd Price, 'Personality' Hitmaker, Is Dead at 88
The New York Times - 8 May 2021 22:34
His "Lawdy Miss Clawdy" was a rhythm-and-blues smash that hooked white listeners in 1952, anticipating the rise of rock 'n' roll. Even bigger records would follow.
Metallica's James Hetfield is "sceptical" about getting coronavirus vaccine
NME - 8 May 2021 11:52
"I hope it doesn't come to a point where you have to have that COVID stamp in your passport or something" The post Metallica’s James Hetfield is “sceptical” about getting coronavirus vaccine appeared first on NME.
Mac Miller's family urge fans not to buy unauthorised book
NME - 8 May 2021 10:57
A statement calls Paul Cantor's new book "exploitative and incredibly disappointing" The post Mac Miller’s family urge fans not to buy unauthorised book appeared first on NME.
Kanye West's 1 of 1 Goyard "Robot Face" Backpack Sells for $55,000
Complex - 8 May 2021 19:32
Kanye West's famous 1 of 1 customized Goyard backpack, which he purchased during 2010's Paris Fashion Week, has been purchased for a huge $55,000.
Los Campesinos! share surprise EP 'Whole Damn Body'
NME - 8 May 2021 23:41
The release comes ahead of the 10th anniversary of the indie-pop band's 2011 album 'Hello Sadness' The post Los Campesinos! share surprise EP ‘Whole Damn Body’ appeared first on NME.
5 Uplifting Moments in Latin Music This Week (May 8)
Billboard - 8 May 2021 23:05
From career milestones and new music releases to major announcements and more, Billboard editors highlight the latest news buzz in Latin music every week.
Elijah Wood's Ted Bundy film 'No Man Of God' gets summer release date
NME - 8 May 2021 22:49
The Amber Sealey-directed film will be premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival The post Elijah Wood’s Ted Bundy film ‘No Man Of God’ gets summer release date appeared first on NME.
Listen to Yonaka's empowering new single 'Call Me A Saint'
NME - 8 May 2021 22:00
The Brighton band's latest offering explores the theme of mental health The post Listen to Yonaka’s empowering new single ‘Call Me A Saint’ appeared first on NME.
Tawny Kitaen, '80s Music Video Vixen & 'Bachelor Party' Star, Dies at 59
Billboard - 8 May 2021 21:59
Julie E. “Tawny” Kitaen, who famously appeared in several Whitesnake music videos, has died at age 59.
Ultimate Rap League's Ultimate Madness 3 Tournament Round 2 Launches Saturday
Hip-Hop Wired - 8 May 2021 21:47
Eight rappers square off tonight for a chance to win $100,000 courtesy of Drake.
Mariah Carey Responds to Rapper Who Sampled "Shake It Off"
Complex - 8 May 2021 21:32
Mariah Carey has suggested she's not on board with rising Baltimore rapper YTK's song "Let It Off," which samples her 2005 track "Shake It Off."
Chance The Rapper shares teaser trailer for new concert film
NME - 8 May 2021 21:18
'Magnificent Coloring World' is set to arrive this summer The post Chance The Rapper shares teaser trailer for new concert film appeared first on NME.
India Jordan is working with agent to make live events more inclusive
NME - 8 May 2021 20:32
The producer is hoping new contracts will influence promoters to run more representative and diverse gigs The post India Jordan is working with agent to make live events more inclusive appeared first on NME.
Two More Women Sue Bassnectar for Sexual Abuse, Human Trafficking
Rolling Stone - 8 May 2021 20:07
Amended lawsuit adds two more accusers who say EDM star "sexually victimize[d] underage girls"
Mariah Carey shades rapper after he reworks her song 'Shake It Off'
NME - 8 May 2021 19:31
She told Baltimore rapper YTK to "GTFO" The post Mariah Carey shades rapper after he reworks her song ‘Shake It Off’ appeared first on NME.
Lloyd Price, 'Personality' and 'Stagger Lee' Singer, Dies at 88
Billboard - 8 May 2021 19:04
Lloyd Price, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer behind the groundbreaking 1950s pop/R&B hits “Personality” and “Stagger Lee,” died on May 3 at the age of 88.
Metallica's James Hetfield Is 'a Little Skeptical' of the Vaccine, Fears Possible COVID Passport Requirements
SPIN - 8 May 2021 18:49
It doesn't sound like James Hetfield will be receiving a COVID-19 vaccine any time soon. The Metallica frontman, who's also a hunting and gun enthusiast, recently appeared on the Fierce Life podcast--a show produced by F...
Ex-SKID ROW Singer JOHNNY SOLINGER Diagnosed With Liver Failure
Blabbermouth - 8 May 2021 18:43
Former SKID ROW singer Johnny Solinger has announced that he is suffering from liver failure. Solinger, who was a member of SKID ROW from 1999 to 2015, appearing on the "Thickskin" and "Revolutions Per Minute" albums, as...
Tawny Kitaen, '80s music video star and 'Bachelor Party' actor, has died
NME - 8 May 2021 18:31
"A little bit of my youth died right now" The post Tawny Kitaen, ’80s music video star and 'Bachelor Party' actor, has died appeared first on NME.
Paraleven makes his Rose Avenue Records debut with his latest "Lucid" single
Ear Milk - 8 May 2021 18:30
Marking his first original release since late 2019, Atlanta-based producer Josh Taylor, aka Paraleven, has returned to the dance space with his latest production "Lucid," featuring Nathan Ball. After receiving his initia...